Ornament for Knife Handle

Theodor de Bry

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Theodor de Bry

Artist, Flemish, 1528 - 1598

This is a drawing of an ornately decorated column with illustrations and text. The central image features a vertical column with intricate engravings, including two mythical creatures resembling seahorses and a human face. A scene with multiple figures in an outdoor setting is depicted towards the middle of the column. The column is surrounded by decorative elements such as human faces, mythical creatures, and floral motifs. The style of the drawing is reminiscent of detailed Renaissance engravings.

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Q64962272

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